July 27 - Atlanta United acquired forward Leo Afonso in a trade with Inter Miami, both teams announced on Sunday. Atlanta also receives $225,000 in general allocation money from Miami in exchange for an international roster slot and $50,000 in conditional GAM.

With MLS' roster rules severely limiting Inter Miami's spending, how have the Herons managed to sign another high-impact -- and high-earning -- friend of Lionel Messi's?

SportsLine's Jon Eimer reveals his picks for FC Cincinnati vs. Inter Miami at Chase Stadium on Saturday with Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba out due to suspension

MLS chief addresses Messi's All-Star absence, citing schedule strain and league rules amid growing backlash and fan frustration.

Messi Surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo Record After Inter Miami Brace originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Lionel Messi scores another brace for Inter Miami in the MLS as the Herons defeated the New York Red Bulls 5-1.